Heineken Unveils 45cl Bottle and Exclusive 45 Collection at Lagos Fashion Week 2024
Lagos Fashion Week 2024 showcased the best of Nigerian innovation and style, with Heineken taking centre stage through the launch of its stylish 45cl bottle and the exclusive Heineken 45
Allianz Life Confirms Major Data Breach Impacting Most US Customers
Insurance giant Allianz has disclosed that hackers accessed personal data belonging to a majority of its 1.4 million customers in North America following a cyber-attack on a third-party cloud system.
Apple Reports ‘Tremendous’ Global Demand for Latest iPhones Ahead of Holiday Season
Apple CEO Tim Cook says the company’s newest iPhones have received “a tremendous response” worldwide, as the tech giant reported strong quarterly earnings and forecasted record-breaking sales for the holiday
Microsoft Overtakes Apple as the World’s Most Valuable Publicly Traded Company
In a significant shift, Microsoft has claimed the title of the world's most valuable publicly traded company, surpassing Apple as of the market close on Friday. Microsoft's stock (MSFT) concluded
The Dog Who Inspired Dogecoin Has Died
Kabosu, the Shiba Inu who became the face of the viral "doge" meme and the inspiration for the cryptocurrency Dogecoin, has passed away at the age of 18. Her owner,
Video Game Industry Faces Potential 10% Decline in Consumer Spending
The video game industry is bracing for a challenging year ahead, with consumer spending forecasted to decline by up to 10% compared to the previous year. Despite the unexpected success
Elon Musk Loses $52 Billion in 2025 But Remains World’s Richest Person
Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk has seen his net worth plunge by $52 billion since the start of 2025, yet he still holds the title of the world’s richest person, according
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Pledge $100 Million to Maui Recovery
Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, and his fiancée Lauren Sánchez have announced a substantial contribution of $100 million to aid in the recovery efforts following the devastating wildfires that
Google Alters AI Ethics Policy, Opens Door to Military Applications
Google has quietly removed a key restriction from its AI principles, signalling a shift in its stance on the use of artificial intelligence for potentially harmful applications, including military weaponry.
McDonald’s Fined For Child Exploitation Scandal in Kentucky, Indiana, Maryland and Ohio
The Department of Labor was not afraid to enforce the law by fining three franchises of the famous McDonald's fast food chain $212,544 due to various irregularities regarding child labor,
BurgerFi Struggles Financially and May Face Bankruptcy
BurgerFi, the fast-casual burger chain known for its namesake restaurants and Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza, is grappling with severe financial difficulties and may be on the brink of bankruptcy. The
British Pubs are Worried They’ll Run Out of Guinness
In the bustling Sheephaven Bay pub, tucked just behind London’s Camden High Street, Guinness is no longer just a drink – it’s a cultural phenomenon. For owner Pat Logue, the
Vitamix Recalls Nearly 570,000 Blender Parts Due to Laceration Hazard
Vitamix has issued an expanded recall for approximately 569,000 blending containers and blade bases due to a significant safety hazard. The recall, announced Thursday, comes after multiple reports of injuries
From a £20,000 Loan to a £71m Empire: How Paige Louise Turned Dreams into a Global Beauty Brand
When Paige Louise Williams walked away from her job at a beauty counter, she had no qualifications, no business plan, and little more than a dream. What she did have
Persistent Building Collapses in Lagos: A Reflection of Systemic Failures and Negligence
Lagos, Nigeria’s bustling megacity, continues to grapple with a disturbing trend of frequent building collapses, with an average of one incident occurring every two weeks this year. While the economic
Former Pfizer Employee Charged With Covid Drug Insider Trading
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed charges against a former Pfizer employee and his friend for engaging in insider trading based on confidential information about the success
Sam Altman’s Worldcoin Aims to Solve Digital Identity Crisis with Iris Scanning Technology
Worldcoin, a lesser-known venture co-founded by OpenAI’s Sam Altman, is setting its sights on addressing a major concern in the age of artificial intelligence (AI): verifying human identity in the
Nigerian Breweries Unveils “Big Fiesta” to Drive Nationwide Cultural Celebrations
Nigerian Breweries Plc has launched a new cultural platform, Big Fiesta, aimed at powering a fresh wave of music, entertainment and social experiences across Nigeria. The initiative was officially introduced
Parents Sue OpenAI, Claiming ChatGPT Encouraged Teen’s Suicide
The parents of a 16-year-old boy in California have filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and its chief executive, Sam Altman, alleging that the company’s chatbot ChatGPT contributed to their son’s
Google to Spend $1 Billion to Lay Two New Cables on the Pacific Seabed
As digital connectivity becomes increasingly vital, Google announces a monumental $1 billion investment aimed at bolstering undersea infrastructure in the Pacific. Termed Pacific Connect, this initiative underscores Google's commitment to
